Craftsman 921.153101 - Manual (Page 3)

Safety Instructions
The information iistsd below should be read and
understood by the operator. This inforrnation is given to
protect the user while operating and storing the air compressor. We utffize the symbols below to allow the
reader to recognize important information about their
safety
A DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
A CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury
A WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situatian which, if not
avoided, could resuK in death or serious injury
CAUTION
When used without (he safety alert symbol indicates a
potentfaliy hazardous situation virhich. if not avoided, may
- t)»ult in propeity damage.;
Important Safety Instructions and Guidelines
• Sav 0 all Instructions
A WARNING
Improper operation or maintenance of this product could resuh In serious injury and/or property damage. Read and
understand all of the warnings and safety instructions provided before using this equipment
CAUTION
The air compressor should be operated on a dedicated I5amp circuit. If the circuit does
not have 15 free amps availabis, a larger circuit must be used. Always use more air
-hose before utitizirtg extension cords. All extension cords used must be 12 gauge with
a maximum len^i of 25 ft. The circuit fuse type must be a time delay. Low voltage could
cause damage to the motor.
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Risk of Moving Parts
If the air compressor is In operation, all guards and covers should be attached or
installed correctly. If any guard or cover has been damaged, do not operate the
'equipment until the proper personnel has cotrectly repaired the equipment The power
-cord should be free of any moving parts, twisting and/or crimping while in use and while
in storage.
Risk of Burns
Risk of Falling
Risk from
Flying Objects
There are surfaces on your air compressor that while in operation and thereafter can
cause serious burns If touched. The equipment should be allowed time to cool before
any maintenance is attempted. Items such as the compressor pump and the outlet tube
are normally hot during arid after operation.
Gyration of the air compressor should always be in a posidon that is stable. Never use
the air compressor on a rooftop or elevated position that could allow the unit to fall or
-be tipped over. Use additional air hose for elevated jobs.
Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses with side shields virhen the air
compressor is in use. Turn off the air compressor and drain the air tank before
performing any type of maintenance or disassembly of the hoses or fittings. Never point
any nozzle or sprayer toward any part of the body or at other people or animals.